Laud1. (v. i.) To praise, honor, or exalt in words or song.
2. (n.) A part of divine worship, consisting chiefly of praise; -- usually in the pl.
3. (v. i.) Music or singing in honor of any one.
4. (v. i.) To praise in words alone, or with words and singing; to celebrate; to extol.
Thesaurus Entries
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